The film deals with the rivalry between two communities. Ankush, who hails from a minority family, disguises himself and goes to Nusrat’s house during Durga Puja. It leads to a lot of hilarious situations. The film also conveys a social message.

“I love Bengali films and am clued into the latest films made in Tollywood. My friendship with Ashok Dhanuka (producer) goes back a long way. He had earlier remade my Odia film, Dream Girl, in Bengali. Ashokji always wanted me to make a Bengali film for him and I kept dithering because of my prior commitments. Khiladi is more of wish fulfilment for me,” said the director.

“I have heard a lot about Ashok Pati and am elated to be part of his debut Tolly project. I play a fun-loving girl in the film. The best part about this project is that it will be shot in the backdrop of Durga Puja,” said lead heroine Nusrat.